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Dr. Kent Lee Baalman, O.D.

Optometrist in Wichita, KS · enumerated 2006.

Data current as of Jul 13, 2026 · sourced from CMS NPPES

National Provider Identifier

1720185366

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Registry record

Entity type Individual (Type 1)
Name Dr. Kent Lee Baalman
Credential O.D.
Sex Male
Practice address 982 N Tyler Rd, Suite A, Wichita, KS, 67212
Fax (316) 722-6001
Enumeration date Sep 17, 2006
Last updated in NPPES Jul 8, 2007

Taxonomy & licenses

152W00000X Optometrist Eye and Vision Services Providers · License 1293 (KS) Primary
OD · Doctor of Optometry: A licensed optometrist providing primary vision care, eye exams, and corrective lenses. About the OD credential

Other identifiers

Identifier Type State Issuer
032713001 Other KS DMERC
410018919 Other KS RAILROAD MEDICARE

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Frequently asked questions

What is the NPI number for Kent Baalman?
The National Provider Identifier (NPI) for Kent Baalman is 1720185366, a Type 1 (individual) record in the CMS NPPES registry.
Where does Kent Baalman practice?
The practice location on file with NPPES is in Wichita, KS. Providers can have multiple locations; NPPES lists the primary practice address.

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Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13. Provider record last updated 2007-07-08.